Trump has called on other navies to help open the strait, but countries are instead striking deals with Iran.

Trump called on China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others to send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz “open and safe.”

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran is open to helping other countries' safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

"Responding to coastal launch sites as they emerge would require coordinated strike operations ashore and perhaps marines — the latter a clear escalation risk."

Analysts say US president's solution to secure the strait is fraught with problems.

Tehran allows a small number of ships from certain countries to pass through waterway.

US allies have either pushed back or remained cautious on Trump's request to send ships to the crucial oil route.

Trump has called on other navies to help open the strait, but countries are instead striking deals with Iran.

Despite the military might of the US, which has sent two aircraft carriers to the region, Iran has the capability to disrupt operations with its drones and the threat of mines,…